# Smartphone-Powered Laptops The HP Elite x3 Lap Dock Brings the Smartphone to a Computer Interface By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-10-13 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lap-dock References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/hp-elite-x3-lap-dock-launches-for-599-13-10-2016/) & [www8.hp](http://www8.hp.com/h20195/v2/GetPDF.aspx/4AA6-6512EEAP.pdf) For those times when a laptop is required to get the job done, the [HP](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-eliteboard-g1a) Elite x3 Lap Dock is designed as a companion product to the HP Elite x3 smartphone. The laptop unit is powered by the smartphone and dependent on it for usage, which makes it a great companion product for those that don't already own a laptop. The HP Elite x3 Lap Dock is capable of running apps in a full-screen manner, offering a full QWERTY keyboard as well as a rich HD display. Many consumers now depend on their smartphones as their primary means of communication and connectivity on a daily basis. The HP Elite x3 Lap Dock enables users to keep a minimal tech profile while still maintaining necessary functionality. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Smartphone-powered Laptops:** Opportunity for smartphone brands to expand into the laptop market by creating companion products that enhance functionality. - **Full-screen App Experience:** Potential for app developers to optimize their applications for full-screen experience on smartphone-powered laptops. - **Minimal Tech Profile:** Opportunity for accessory manufacturers to create innovative, lightweight laptop units that rely on smartphones for power and functionality. ### Where This Applies - **Mobile Technology:** Smartphone manufacturers can venture into laptop market by creating companion products. - **App Development:** Opportunity for app developers to optimize their designs for full-screen experience on smartphone-powered laptops. - **Accessories:** Accessory manufacturers can create innovative laptop units that rely on smartphones for power and functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smartphone-Charging Laptop Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uperfect-udock-x-156-pro.md) - [Large Screen Lapdocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nexdock-xl.md) - [Three-in-One Phone Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omiodo-portable.md) - [Smartphone-Powered Computing Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-surface-duo-workshop-concept.md) - [Wireless Laptop-Style Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nexdock-wireless.md) - [Keyboard PC Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-eliteboard-g1a.md) - [Smartphone-Like Laptop Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-book3.md) - [Laptop Transformation Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x-pro-4k.md) - [Ultra-Thin Productivity Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xps-9345.md)